Seeking partnership for the development of advanced and sustainable water-quality monitoring and accounting approaches

Notre Dame University-Louaize (NDU) is a private Lebanese non-profit Catholic institution, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and following the American system of higher education. The Civil and Environmental Engineering department programs at NDU hold ABET accreditation, reflecting the commitment to academic standards. NDU is known for its blend of cutting-edge research and excellent teaching, fostering a diverse community of students. The university takes pride in preparing students to become future leaders in their fields

We are seeking partners for a collaboration aimed at developing robust and innovative approaches to water accounting under crisis conditions, specifically addressing the challenges exacerbated by climate change and external shocks. With a primary background in water quality, our focus extends to linking water quantity considerations to water quality challenges, fostering a more comprehensive and sustainable approach to water resource management and conservation.
Taking into consideration the intricate relationship between water quality and quantity, we envision a collaboration with partners who share our commitment to developing integrated and innovative solutions that can enhance the overall effectiveness and sustainability of water accounting practices. The emphasis lies in leveraging real-time monitoring based on cutting-edge technologies. The latter are used not only to quantify water availability but also to delve into the impact of crisis conditions on water quality and to implement effective decision-making strategies that can improve water security and effectively preserve water resources.
We believe that improved water quality monitoring can positively impact water scarcity challenges through various mechanisms. Indeed, early detection of water pollutants and accurate identification of water pollution sources enable optimized water use. This is achieved by preventing contamination of water supplies, reducing the need for additional treatment, and therefore ensuring the availability of safe fresh water.
By collectively advancing our understanding of the interconnected nature of water quality and quantity, we aim to develop sustainable approaches that can address both water scarcity and water-pollution risks. We believe that this collaborative effort can lead to effective approaches that safeguard both the availability and integrity of water resources.

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